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Can Teeth Enamel Be Thinned by Teeth Bleaching?
asked 2 years ago by jweaps in Playa Del Rey
Latest answer by Kristen Berning, DDS
Question viewed 1,208 times
Tags: teeth
Is there a possibility for enamel to be minimized through teeth whitening or bleaching?
6 answers to Can Teeth Enamel Be Thinned by Teeth Bleaching?
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Teeth whitening does not remove enamel
Professional whitening does not change the structure of the enamel by thinning it. The active ingredient in whitening gel is hydrogen peroxide, which penetrates the surface and breaks up stains. Some people have more translucent teeth to begin with and whitening may enhance the translucency. In all cases, it is critical to do these procedures under the supervision of a dentist.
Kristen Berning, DDS
Dubuque Cosmetic Dentist
Dubuque Cosmetic Dentist
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Teeth bleaching absolutely does not thin teeth enamel
Absolutely not. Imagine how many times we would be sued if every time we performed teeth whitening the enamel got thinner. Of course, if you use an acidic rinse from over the Internet to whiten your teeth, then yes.
Michael J. Thomas, DDS
Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
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Effects on enamel from bleaching
As long as you are using a bleaching system that has the ADA seal of approval, you will not harm the enamel on your teeth. There are some systems "out there" that may have a low pH which would cause damage to enamel.
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Teeth Bleaching does not thin your enamel
Some people may have "thinner" and more translucent enamel, which becomes more sensitive with prolonged bleaching. If that is the case, simply bleach at home with professional trays and stop as you feel an incresed sensitivity.
Anca Bazile, DDS
New York Cosmetic Dentist
New York Cosmetic Dentist
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Teeth whitening safety
Teeth Whitening is safe. As long as you use bleaching materials for a short period of time and follow it by fluoride therapy, there is no risk.
Kate Sahafi, DDS
Orange County Cosmetic Dentist
Orange County Cosmetic Dentist
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Bleaching teeth is very safe
There is virtually no effect to the volume of enamel during the bleaching process. People "addicted" to bleaching (where they constantly bleach) can begin to have transparent enamel and show the underlying dentin, but it is only the appearance that is affected.
The only studies that have been able to show damage to enamel were when extracted teeth were treated in a fashion that is nearly to recreate in real life. If the bleaching is done under the supervision of a dentist,...
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